Interview with "Ancestral Recall" Creator & Writer, Jordan Clark

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We have the delightful opportunity to chat to Jordan Clark, Creator and Writer for the five part comic book series, Ancestral Recall. From his work on well known IP to making a series of his own, we discuss how Jordan works as a collaborator, weaving in Black history as well as a broad layered reflection on AI and the impact of technology on marginalised people.
For more information on Ancestral Recall including how to buy copies: https://comicsahoy.com/creator/jordan-clark

Check out more great interviews with Jordan for Ancestral Recall:

Comics are dope: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=x80WIoaKTww

Nerds of Culture: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=uM7G72T9Zpk

CXF Interview podcast: https://comicsxf.com/2025/07/01/tcxfip-357-jordan-clark/

Comic Book Club: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=CfGVRKxzkzo

We reference his essay in relation to technology: https://jclarkcomics.com/
You can also hear Jordan Clark and Cameron Mason delve into White Savior tropes on their podcast: https://whitepeoplewontsaveyou.podbean.com/
Long time friend and lover of the FYR, Jordan has guested on the podcast for The Wiz, Pop Out (general chat about hip hop and reflecting on the epic Kendrick vs Drake beef) and GNX Album review.

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Kapitel

1. Introduction and Welcome (00:00:00)

2. Meet Jordan Clarke: Comic Book Author (00:00:41)

3. Ancestral Recall: The Comic Series (00:00:58)

4. Comic-Con Experiences and Reception (00:05:02)

5. The Creative Process and Collaboration (00:09:35)

6. The Role of AI in Storytelling (00:37:04)

7. Kenyan Graduates and AI Technology (00:45:14)

8. The Dark Side of AI Training (00:47:41)

9. Ethical Concerns and Exploitation (00:49:16)

10. AI in Art and Creativity (00:52:46)

11. AI Relationships and Human Connection (00:54:24)

12. The Cost of AI and Data Privacy (00:58:44)

13. The Importance of Human Connection (01:01:48)

14. Art as Expression and Connection (01:05:58)

15. Ancestral Recall and Black History (01:14:44)

16. Final Thoughts and Plugs (01:25:05)